Wellesley Religion

Thursday

Jul 24, 2014 at 12:01 PM

St. Andrew’s Episcopal79 Denton Road781-235-7310www.standrewswellesley.orgRev. Adrian Robbins-ColeRev. Brian Rebholtz, Assistant Rector for Christian LearningRev. Karen Vickers Budney, Pastoral AssociateMs. Katharine Clark, Parish AdministratorMs. Helen Ward Mannix, Music MinisterMs. Susan Jackson, Christian Learning CoordinatorThe Sunday Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Church School programs are offered on Sundays for all ages. Pre-K through 7th grades have classes (most Sundays) gathering in the Parish Hall at 9:45 a.m. for a singing program. High school students gather for Youth Group Dinners twice a month on Sunday evenings. The Holy Eucharist is also celebrated every Wednesday at 7:30 a.m.The Parish Office is open Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For a more exact schedule, please check our website st.andrewswellesley.org or contact the parish office at 781-235-7310 or Kate@standrewswellesley.org.Wellesley Congregational(Village Church)United Church of Christ2 Central Street781-235-1988wellesleyvillagechurch.orgRev. Mary Luti, Interim Senior PastorRev. Liz Garrigan Byerly, Associate PastorRev. Pamela H. Emslie, Associate PastorRev. Christina L. Braudaway-Bauman, Pastor at LargeRev. John C. Allen, Pastoral ResidentAudra Teague Mackey, Pastoral ResidentMichaela F. McDonald, Director of Children's MinistriesOn Sunday, July 27, Village Church, will gather for Summer worship at 9 a.m. in Village Common. This service will be visually rich and alive with song. Communion will be celebrated. Children, parents, grandparents and singles are all invited to worship together! Following worship there will be punch on the portico.The church is an Open and Affirming Congregation. All are welcome. The church is handicapped accessible.Childcare for all ages in our infant room. Crafts and DVD’s are available.Wellesley Hills Congregational Church207 Washington St.781-235-4424www.hillschurch.orgRev. Dr. Matt Wooster, Senior MinisterRev. Pash Obeng, Associate MinisterRev. Judy Swahnberg, Associate MinisterJohn Finney, Director of MusicCynthia Gordan, Church AdministratorWe are an Open and Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Christ. We welcome people of all ages, orientations, and faith backgrounds. Whether you are a life-long Christian or seeking a faith community for the first time, we welcome you! If you long for a church that engages both heart and mind, where you can dig deep into real-life questions, and you and your children can explore and grow in faith, we are a place for you! Join us for gorgeous music and worship, Sunday school and youth activities, mission and service opportunities. Our regular weekly service of worship begins at 10 a.m. each Sunday. Childcare for infants, toddlers and pre-K is available during worship. Children in Grades K-8 are welcome to worship with their parents or to attend church school classes with other young people their own age. Community Hour in our Assembly Room follows worship each Sunday at 11 a.m. The Hills Church is wheelchair accessible.Christ Church United Methodist" … a place where you matter and belong .."2 Brook St. & Wellesley Avenue781-235-7569www.umwellesley.orgMinster: The Rev. Dr. Hope N. Luckie, O.S.L.Music Director & Administrator: Jeanne LucasOrganist & Pastoral Intern: Ginny ChiltonOur summer worship services in the months of July and August will be held an hour earlier, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Childcare and Kids' Worship through grade 5 will be provided. On July 27 Lead Pastor Brandon Levering will continue our current series from the gospel of Matthew, Jesus: King of Heaven and Earth. The title of his sermon is "The King Who Humbles the Self-Exalted" and comes from Matthew 23:1-12.St. John the Evangelist9 Glen Road781-235-0045www.stjohnwellesley.orgRev.Thomas F. Powers, PastorRev. John J. ConnellyRev. J. Bryan HehirSr. Evelyn Ronan, SNDWe are a vibrant Catholic Community of faith, and we invite you to join us.Wherever you find yourself on life's journey, know you are always welcome!

Unitarian Universalists of Wellesley309 Washington St.781-235-7423uuwellesley.orgRev. Sara E. Ascher, Senior MinisterRev. Jack P. Lewis, Assistant MinisterTyler Turner, Music DirectorOn Sunday, July 27, worship will be led by Mr. Robert Ferrell. The morning's theme will be "The Seasons, The Ages of Man Through Verse." Service begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel and light refreshments will follow in the Courtyard. All are welcome. Please join us!UU Wellesley is a Welcoming Congregation and is committed to freedom of religious belief. Our Mission is to build a community of faith that inspires spiritual growth, just and responsible action, and lives of compassion, purpose, and hope. Visitors and newcomers are welcome. For more information about the congregation and its programs, please contact 781-235-7423 or visit www.uuwellesley.orgElmwood ChapelFormerly Wellesley Baptist Church42 Elmwood Road781-235-6025The Rev. Dr. Kevin Crispell, PastorSunday schedule:9:45 a.m. Adult Enrichment, Junior Church (ages 4 to fourth grade), and Early Childhood Education (ages birth to 3), which continues through the morning schedule.10:30 a.m. Worship Service10:50 a.m. Discovery ClubHospitality Hour following Worship Service.Communion Service every first Sunday of the month.Small groups activities. Call for details.Church is accessible to handicapped.For more information, visit elmwoodchapel.org.First Church of Christ, Scientist8 Rockland St.781-235-1114www.christiansciencewellesley.orgBruce Jamerson, First ReaderSusana Brown, Second ReaderThe Wellesley Christian Science Church holds Sunday services and Sunday School at 10 a.m., and Wednesday meetings at 7:30 p.m. All services are open to the community, and childcare is provided.Sunday School offers an opportunity for children and teens to learn that God’s love for them is very real and discover how it improves health, relationships, school experiences, family dynamics, and purpose in their lives. This spiritual education includes study of the Old and New Testaments along with the Christian Science textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," by Mary Baker Eddy.Wednesday evening meetings cover topics selected for their relevance to community issues and concerns. These range from "How to Heal Depression" to "Understanding Divine Government." Sample readings are available at www.christiansciencewellesley.org. After a short selection of readings and hymns, members of the congregation are invited to share their experiences, reflections, and testimonies of healing.

The Wellesley Vineyard ChurchEmpowering People to live Extraordinary LivesSundays, 10 a.m.The Eliot Montessori School6 Auburn St. (right off of Rt. 16)Natick781-235-3331Pastor Gina Prainowww.wellesleyvineyard.orgMember of the Association of Vineyard Churcheswww.vineyardusa.comYou are invited to join us!We are a church that welcomes those who are looking for a place to explore faith. We offer culturally relevant teaching that is applicable to real-life issues, contemporary worship, youth and children’s ministries and a great cup of coffee! We have mid-week small groups, men’s and women’s ministries, outreach both locally and internationally.CORI-certified childcare provided.Redeemer Community Church1458 Great Plain Ave.781-444-0808Pastors Doug & Adele Calhoun (rccboston@gmail.com)

Holy Spirit Catholic CommunityMember of the Ecumenical Catholic CommunionSunday Mass at 5 p.m. in chapel at:Unitarian Universalist Society of Wellesley Hills309 Washington St.www.holyspiritcatholiccommunity.orgRosa M. Buffone, presidentRev. Ronald Ingalls, priestRev. Joseph McCool, priestWe are a faith-filled community where you are truly welcome.Other activities include adult formation, peace and justice and social outreach.Visit us at holyspiritcatholicommunity.org.E-mail: info@holyspiritcatholiccommunity.org.Presbyterian Church, Needham1458 Great Plain Ave., Needham781-444-3728www.needhampresbyterian.orgDuring the summer months of June, July and August, our Sunday worship service begins at 10 a.m. and is followed by fellowship time. As a congregation in the Reformed tradition, our worship services balance a rational, inquisitive and modern approach toward scripture with traditional liturgy and hymns. Our community is welcoming, inclusive and affirming to all seekers, and everyone is invited into the full sacramental life of the church. Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. we gather for an adult Bible study, where we engage scripture and our faith critically, with the expectation that encounters with God are illuminating and transformative.Christ Lutheran ELCA113 Union St., Natick508-315-3170www.christnatick.orgRev. Rebecca Bourret, Pastor9 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation Instruction, & Adult Forum10 a.m. Sunday Worship with Holy Communion11:15 a.m. Coffee Fellowship7 p.m. Taize service: second Tuesday evening of the month9:30 Summer Worship with Holy CommunionNursery care Sunday morningHoliday Services – call or check web site for service timesAn open and affirming church and a Reconciling in Christ congregation.Senior choir rehearsal Wednesday evenings at 7:45 p.m.Additional children’s and youth music programs, and summer Vacation Bible School.Teen youth group Sunday evenings – call or check web site for dates and times.Handicap accessible.The Eliot Church – NatickUnitarian Universalist/United Church of Christ45 Eliot St (Route 16), South NatickMinister: the Rev. Dr. Adam Tierney-Eliot Music Director: Dr. Stephen James Choir Director: Ms. Karyn Barry Church Office: 508-653-2244 Website: www.theEliotChurch.orgServices and Sunday School on Sundays at 10 a.m.The historic Eliot Church, affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist Association and the United Church of Christ, reflects these and other religious traditions. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation. Visitors of all faiths and denominations are welcome. Church is accessible to those with disabilities.Congregation Ruach Israel754 Greendale, Needham781-449-6264Richard C. Nichol,Congregational leaderWorship service and children’s program are held Saturdays at 10 a.m. at Congregation Ruach Israel, a Messianic Jewish synagogue.Islamic Center of Boston126 Boston Post Road, Wayland508-358-5885Malik Khan, presidentDaily prayers at 4 a.m.; 1 p.m.; 4:45 p.m.; 8 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.Friday prayers with Khutba (sermon) by the Imam at 1 p.m.Friday 7:30 p.m. Halaqa (study group)Sunday, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Special Presentation; Sunday, 1 p.m., Zuhr Prayers.Islamic School, Sundays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.For special events at the Center visit info@icbwayland.org.Grace Lutheran Church of Needham543 Greendale Ave., Needham781-444-3315; www.gracelutheranonline.net.Rev. Jennifer Hitt, pastorSunday worship with open communion and nursery care at 9:30 a.m. followed by refreshments and fellowship. Sunday school follows worship during the school year.Temple Aliyah1164 Central Ave., Needham781-444-8522; www.templealiyah.comRabbi Carl M. PerkinsCantor Gaston BogomolniPresident Stephen BaumTemple Aliyah is an egalitarian conservative synagogue. Daily Minyan 7:30 p.m.; Sunday Minyan 9 a.m.; Shabbat morning services 9:15 a.m. Childcare for ages 2 and older during services. Religious school for kindergarten through grades seven. Handicap accessible.The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints150 Brown St., Weston718-235-2164Mike Dowling, BishopMeeting time: Sundays, 9 a.m.Westgate Church(Evangelical Free)100 Winter St., Weston781-237-2633www.westgate-church.orgRev. Brandon Levering, Lead PastorRev. Dr. Bruce Daggett, Assoc. PastorSarah Detweiler, Director of Music MinistriesDrew Halberstadt, Associate Director of Music MinistriesOur summer worship services in the months of July and August will be held an hour earlier, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Childcare and Kids' Worship through grade 5 will be provided. On July 27 Lead Pastor Brandon Levering will continue our current series from the gospel of Matthew, Jesus: King of Heaven and Earth. The title of his sermon is "The King Who Humbles the Self-Exalted" and comes from Matthew 23:1-12.St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox57 Brown St., Weston781-237-5561Rev. Nicholas Krommydas, PastorGregory Condakes, Choir DirectorTom Dixon, Church School DirectorGloria Moskos, Assistant DirectorSunday schedule: Orthros 8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. Children will worship with their parents in the main church and go to their Church School classes immediately following Holy Communion. All Orthodox Christians and visitors are welcome.Grace Church of Dover21 Centre St., Dover508-785-3500Rev. Peter DiSantoGrace Church, in nearby Dover, is an ecumenical ministry that came out of the Roman Catholic Church more than 30 years ago. Married priests and ordained women offer the sacraments to all.Sunday Mass, 9:30 a.m., with Children’s Chapel for ages 3-10.Visit gracechurchofdover.org for more information.Temple Reyim1860 Washington St., Newton617-527-2410www.Reyim.org.Rabbi Daniel BermanAndy Offit, PresidentAbout us - Temple Reyim is a traditional egalitarian congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. We are a warm, diverse and welcoming community.Services – Morning minyan at 7 a.m. Monday through Friday. Friday evening services at 6 p.m., Shabbat morning at 9:30 a.m.Newton Highlands Congregational Church54 Lincoln St., Newton HighlandsRev. Kenneth F. Baily, Senior PastorRev. Gretchen L. Elmendorf, Associate PastorThe Newton Highlands Congregational Church is an Open and Affirming Church and welcomes all people. The church is handicapped accessible on the first floor from the ramp on Lincoln Street. To learn more or ask questions, visit www.NHCC.net or call the office at 617-527-3898.The Newton Highlands Congregational Church is an Open and Affirming Church and welcomes all people. The church is handicap accessible on the first floor from the ramp on Lincoln St. To learn more or ask questions, visit the Web site www.NHCC.net or contact Kenneth F. Baily at the church office at 617-527-3898.Union Church in Waban14 Collins Road, WabanSunday School. Come visit any Sunday morning at 10 a.m. Bible stories are central to our faith discussions with children. The Bible is a record of how other people — children and grownups and families, just like ours, have met and come to know God in the past, and it can help us all to meet and know God today. All lesson plans follow the church year, providing theologically sound and age-appropriate materials fostering imagination and a deeper, more meaningful spirituality for children at the Union Church in Waban.